Best crypto exchanges in Australia
Digital currency exchanges must register with AUSTRAC. The market is comparatively open, and most global venues accept Australian residents.
| Exchange | Score | Spot taker | Futures taker | Best for | Open account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1BinanceThe deepest order books in crypto, with the widest product range. | 8.5 | 0.075%after discount | 0.05% | altcoins, futures | Open account |
2KrakenThe security-first veteran, and the safest on-ramp for large fiat amounts. | 8.4 | 0.8% | 0.05% | beginners, security | Open account |
3OKXA trading platform and a self-custody wallet in one product. | 8.4 | 0.1% | 0.05% | futures, defi | Open account |
4BybitA derivatives-first exchange that grew into a full-service platform. | 8.3 | 0.1% | 0.055% | futures, copy-trading | Open account |
5CoinbaseThe most regulated, most beginner-friendly and most expensive way in. | 8.2 | 1.2% | 0.05% | beginners, usa | Open account |
6BitgetThe copy-trading specialist with a large protection fund. | 7.9 | 0.1% | 0.06% | copy-trading, altcoins | Open account |
7MEXCThe cheapest fees and the longest listing tail, with the trade-offs that implies. | 7.5 | 0.05% | 0.02% | low-fees, altcoins | Open account |
8KuCoinThe altcoin exchange that grew up, slowly. | 7.4 | 0.08%after discount | 0.06% | altcoins, low-fees | Open account |
Currency
AUD
Regulator
ASIC and AUSTRAC
Local payment rails
PayID / Osko, Bank transfer, Debit card, POLi
Tax treatment
ATO applies capital gains tax to disposals; a 50% discount applies after 12 months for individuals. This is orientation, not tax advice.
Regulatory summary source: ASIC and AUSTRAC · verified 2026-09-04
Frequently asked questions
Which crypto exchanges accept Australia residents?
8 of the exchanges we track serve Australia: Binance, Kraken, OKX, Bybit, Coinbase, Bitget, MEXC, KuCoin. Availability changes with licensing — confirm on the signup page before you plan around it.
How do I fund an account in Australia?
The rails most used locally are PayID / Osko, Bank transfer, Debit card, POLi. Bank rails are almost always cheaper than card, which carries a processing fee on top of the trading fee.
Is crypto taxed in Australia?
ATO applies capital gains tax to disposals; a 50% discount applies after 12 months for individuals. This is general orientation, not tax advice — confirm your position with a local adviser.